Two new pilot projects funded by the UK Space Agency are exploring how satellite data and digital technologies can help farmers make better decisions, improve productivity, and care for the environment.
Siska Pottie, Secretary General of the European Alliance for Plant-Based Foods, argues that instead of imposing restrictions, the EU should concentrate on creating fair conditions that allow sustainable food producers, including those in the plant-based sector, to thrive and innovate in a competitive environment.
Fossils from northern Australia reveal a colossal 8-meter shark that ruled the seas 115 million years ago. This discovery proves that modern shark lineages achieved gigantic sizes far earlier than previously thought, competing with dinosaur-era marine reptiles.
A hidden shift in copper oxide catalysts to form metallic copper mid-reaction has been identified as the key to supercharging green ammonia production. This surprise discovery offers a clear path toward developing cleaner, more efficient fertiliser synthesis.
The UK Space Agency has allocated more than £380,000 to advance international research into space debris, underscoring the UK's leadership in global space sustainability efforts.
The European Commission has approved 56 projects for funding under the fourth round of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Digital programme, marking a significant push toward strengthening Europe’s digital infrastructure.
Successful root canal treatment could lower inflammation, blood sugar, and cholesterol, potentially reducing the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes, according to King’s College London research.
The Global Alliance for Genomics and Health (GA4GH) is uniting researchers worldwide to share genomic data responsibly, set open standards, and improve oncology care. Leaders from its Cancer Community discuss the current state of cancer genomics and where the field is headed.
The European Commission has announced a new group of deep tech companies that will receive large-scale equity investments through the EIC Strategic Technologies for Europe Platform (STEP) Scale Up scheme.
GSK is investing £45 m with the Fleming Initiative to launch six “Grand Challenge” research programmes using cutting-edge AI to tackle antimicrobial resistance against pathogens like MRSA, Gram-negative bacteria, and fungi.
